
Keys to Success for First-Time Homebuyers
- By Jim Lowenstern
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Breaking News! RealTrends 500 released an early preview of its 2023 rankings and eXp Realty is now No. 1 in transaction sides!
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Jim Lowenstern, the owner of Castles Unlimited, speaks about eXp and what’s in store for his future.
NEWTON-- When Jim Lowenstern was in his twenties, he sold his Boston-based music business and began a new career in Palm Beach, FL selling waterfront property. Years later he moved back to New England and opened a brokerage in Newton, MA [...]
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This estate includes 1 castle château built around the Year 1789 with 33 rooms including 15 bedrooms and it's a lighted attic of around 0.37 acres.1 concierge space on 2 floors. 1 caretaker's house with 3 bedrooms and a garage. Check it out now.

Equity is the difference between what you owe on the home and its market value based on factors like price appreciation.
In today’s real estate market, many homeowners have far more equity in their homes than they realize due to the home price appreciation we’ve seen over the past few years.

Beautifully set 4+ bedroom quality built Gambrel. Large eat-in kitchen w/ access to outdoor patio space for warm weather dining, large fireplaced living room, 2 bedrooms, full bath & office located on 1st floor. Hardwood floors throughout (under wall-to-wall carpeting). 2nd floor contains 2 more bedrooms, large living area w/ fireplace & 2nd kitchen; perfect for extended family.

Rarely available four-bedroom colonial in move-in condition on highly desirable Secor Way!! New construction in 2001, this home has been cared for and upgraded since the beginning. The tiled foyer graciously flows to the open concept living room, kitchen (complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and gas cooking), and the dining area. Warm hardwood floors welcome you into each spacious room as you easily make your way to the rear patio sliding doors (perfect for outdoor entertaining - fenced for pets and children too). Upstairs is the massive owner's suite with a walk-in closet, two additional bedrooms, and laundry (so convenient!). The third floor boasts another very large "flex room" - perfect for guests, a playroom, media room, home office space, or large bedroom. Additional features include a large storage room on the first level, ample parking, a storage shed, and a relaxing farmer's porch making this a must-see!!

88 Oak Hill, Newton, MA 02459 is a Colonial single-family off-market property that offers 4 beds, 4 baths, 1 half-bath and 4,500 sq ft of living space. It sits on a 10,000 sq ft lot at a great location. The home also has a 2-car garage and is only four years old. The home is listed at $2,695,000 by James Lowenstern. Stay tuned for more information about this beautiful [...]

We are so excited to welcome Viviana DeSimone to the Castles family! Viviana is a longtime resident of Newton and is extremely knowledgeable about the Newton Real Estate market. She is able to lead her clients with her expert guidance in residential sales, executive relocation, luxury rentals, and real estate investment opportunities. [...]

FURNISHED available now. This tastefully decorated and townhome is located in the Newton Highlands location near whole foods and other amenities. It is a contemporary townhouse that has a bright and open floor plan. The E-I-K is fully applianced, opens to a spacious family room with gas fireplace. Formal dining room open to the living room [...]

Late comedian, Bob Saget's luxurious gated architectural Brentwood home is now for sale after his death in January. He lived there for nearly two decades and paid $2.895 million for the property in 2003, and has now hit the market for [...]

94 Nautical Way is a beautiful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom Captain Colonial home located in Plymouth's Ship Pond Estates development sitting on 1.45 acres of land. Exterior features include a brand-new deck and front porch. Interior features include hardwoods in the kitchen and living spaces, open layout, stylish lighting, natural decor, [...]

4 Commonwealth Court is a top floor condominium available for lease with the rent at $2,100 and offers 1 bed,1 bath, and 480 sq ft of living space. This unit is located off of Commonwealth Avenue with easy access to Boston College, Boston University, downtown Boston, and more. There are various amenities such as hardwood floors, dishwasher [...]

57 Charlemont Street is a super convenient Highlands home that is available for lease with the rent price at $2,995 and offers 2 beds, 1 bath, and 1,500 sq ft of living space. If you are a dog lover, this house is for you as it includes a spectacular fenced backyard. The home is surrounded with outdoor activities, shops, restaurants and [...]